Michaela Althouse

Michaela Althouse is a staff writer for PhillyVoice with interests in climate, technology, education and politics. She’s previously written for Technical.ly, Washingtonian Magazine, Philadelphia Magazine, New Project Media and Metro Eireann. She is a Bucks County native who enjoys gardening, exploring Philly and finding the city’s best coffee.

michaela@phillyvoice.com

August 14, 2026

Food & Drink

Source Urban Brewing to close Fishtown location after five years in business

by Michaela Althouse

Source Urban Brewing in Fishtown is closing Sunday after five years on Frankford Avenue. The owners didn't give a reason for the closure, but they said they elected to not renew the lease on the space.

August 14, 2026

Food & Drink

For stone fruit farmers, this year's crop is anything but peachy

by Michaela Althouse

In April, farmers in the Mid-Atlantic were hit by a heat wave and subsequent frost, which significantly impacted the amount of viable tree fruit this summer. Here's where to find peaches, nectarines and other stone fruits.

August 12, 2026

Music

Low Cut Connie performs 'Can't Be Wrong' on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'

by Michaela Althouse

Low Cut Connie performed its single 'Can't Be Wrong' on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' on Tuesday night. The Philly band's new album, 'Livin' in the USA,' was released last month.

August 12, 2026

Development

Former UArts building to be transformed into affordable housing units and studio spaces for artists

by Michaela Althouse

Furness Hall, a former dorm room for University of the Arts students, is being remade into an affordable housing complex for artists. Creatives making 60% to 80% of the Area Median Income will qualify.

August 11, 2026

Health News

Dogs can distinguish different types of human emotions, study shows

by Michaela Althouse

A study published Monday showed that dogs can pick up on human emotions. Researchers looked into canines' brain activity using MRI scanners and found they can tell when people are happy, sad or frightened.

August 11, 2026

Investigations

Man wanted in fatal shooting of Penn State student allegedly attempts to steal off-duty officer's car

by Michaela Althouse

Kadafi Fleming, 19, who's wanted in connection to the fatal shooting of a Penn State University student in June attempted to steal the car of an off-duty Philadelphia police officer early Monday morning, U.S. Marshals said.

August 10, 2026

Nature

Annual meteor shower to have 'ideal' viewing conditions Wednesday night

by Michaela Althouse

The annual Perseid meteor shower will hit its peak viewing conditions Wednesday night, when stargazers in rural areas could be able to see dozens of shooting stars every hour.

August 10, 2026

Business

Kensington Food Co. takes on a new mission by opening grocery store and test kitchen concept in Harrowgate

by Michaela Althouse

Kensington Food Co., an imported olive oil and vinegar wholesaler, opened a new grocery store and commercial kitchen space on Kensington Avenue in June. Owner Thomas Sheridan says he did so to give back to the community that raised him.

August 10, 2026

Adult Health

What alcohol is consumed — not just how much — could impact health risks

by Michaela Althouse

A study found that while heavy consumption of any form of alcohol increases mortality risk, drinking wine at a moderate rate could reduce the risk of cardiovascular issues.

August 7, 2026

Education

Cheltenham School District superintendent resigns in fallout from football team's hazing scandal

by Michaela Althouse

Cheltenham School District Superintendent Brian Scriven has resigned after 10 coaches and players on the Cheltenham High School football team were charged in a hazing scandal last week.